Which diesel SUV for rural use?

We currently drive a Mercedes-Benz SLK and a Fiesta but with both of these cars I am now experiencing back/leg pain after driving for an hour or so. Earlier in year we holidayed in the USA where we drove...

Should I fit winter tyres to my BMW 3 Series?

I recently bought my first BMW 3 Series (a 2011 coupe) and am being bamboozled at my local dealers to put £1600 of winter tyres on. I've never had winter tyres before and while I am keen (I am planning...

Is it normal for the rear brake hubs to corrode on our new BMW X3?

Our May 2012 UK-supplied BMW X3 has quite severe corrosion on the rear brake hubs. I contacted the local dealers' service dept, was initially ignored, then emailed them a picture yesterday. The guy rang...

Problems with a car bought at auction

I purchased a car from BCA which had a mechanical report. This shows the car has a good battery, drives well but has a bit of smoke from the exhaust. The vehicle is stated as all good, with the exception...

Door lock isn't locking...

I have a 2007 BMW 3 Series. I have a problem with the driver's door. When the weather is cold, the door will open with the key fob but will not latch closed. I have to engage the central locking to keep...

BMW 320d cutting out

Picked up a 320d SE 2007 (07) yesterday, anyway today it's started causing me problems, obviously I've phoned up the garage, they've given me a car whilst they get it in the garage on Monday. I'm just...

Which economical SUV or saloon for towing and seating comfort?

Next summer I intend to trade in my three-year-old SEAT Altea XL Sport for a new or nearly new car. The car needs to able to tow a 1100kg caravan, be economical, and capable of 45 miles per gallon solo....

Are there any SUVs which are more comfortable than Honda's CR-V?

My wife and I are both retired and live near Oxford. Once a week we drive to Suffolk, a round trip of some 300 miles, which contributes to a joint annual mileage of around 30,000 miles. We have two 60...

My deposit was not returned after I bought another car - is this legitimate?

Could you advise what justification a used car company has for keeping a deposit, please? This money (£500) was paid by me at their request to take a BMW 5 Series off sale for four days as I could not...

Which SUV for offroad use?

My V70 Volvo Estate 2WD with the 2.4-litre diesel engine has been very good for comfort, speed when required and carrying my golf gear. I now require 4WD as I attend regular point-to-point race meetings,...